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I started a new job a couple weeks ago and it is a lot more standing and walking than my previous job. I love it. It’s going to be good for my body. I sat way too much. Already lost over ten lbs in my short time there.
My MAJOR issue is with my feet. About half way through the work day my feet start to really hurt. It gets worse and worse throughout the day. It is quite severe.
Can anyone recommend some over the counter replacement inserts for my shoes or maybe some tips for helping my troubled poor feet? Thank you very much.
I just had foot surgery, and I wish I had had it sooner. But I know everything there is to know about feet. So hear my suggestions.
Since you’re gonna be working on on your feet, you need to get a really good pair of shoes. These will be shoes you were to work every day. The shoes I purchased after my foot surgery, are called Gravity Defy! They come with two pairs of orthotics, and you can switch them out based on how swollen you feel like your feet are. They have a great arch support, and help correct and overpronation if you walk on the inside of your feet. They are good solid shoes, and I feel confident when I wear them. Best thing, is my feet don’t hurt.
Also if you’re going to be on your feet a lot at work you need to be wearing some type of compression stocking. They come in different levels, so I wouldn’t get the strongest level, because the top of the sock will dig in to where your knee meets your calf. You’ll wanna pair that has a two or 3 inch support at the top of the sock, that way they won’t dig in. You used to be able to get these at Walgreens, but I’ve done a lot of shopping for socks like this over the years and I just can’t remember where I got mine. Walmart may be another place.
But wearing the compression stockings alone, will keep you from having to have been surgery when you get older. So it will keep your heart healthy as well. You don’t want to be straining your veins all day long while you’re standing on your legs. It’s just so bad for you. The socks are not that expensive, they come in white and black, and will save you years of misery.
If you don’t like the look of the gravity defy shoe, try and find another type of shoe that’s going to give you a great arch support. Not Nike ha ha ha ha! Hoka it’s another brand, but I think their shoes are ugly. But that’ll just give you an idea of what to look for.
It will be an investment, but worth every dime! Just think of them as your work shoes. It’ll save your feet, and your legs! And to be perfectly honest, the socks and the shoes together make your feet and legs feel top-notch.
Thank you very much sharing your experience!
Sure no problem. If there’s anything I can do to help out a fellow friend, with foot issues, I have the information… I suffered with my foot problem for over five years, I’ve tried every product, every sock, anything and everything to help alleviate the pain. I finally had the surgery done and I’m doing much better now. I can’t stress how important your feet are. Take good care of your feet, and especially with the compression stockings. They will be with you for the rest of your life, and you’ll want them to be healthy! God bless you and have a great night.!
Wow you sure have a firm footing on the topic lol 🤣😉😁🙏❤🙌
That’s funny… Yes I do. How have you been? I hope all is well with you. I’ve noticed the post that you’ve been posting of your dog on the animals.win. Cute!
Compression stockings or socks work wonders.I've had jobs where I've been on my feet all day and I found these really helped. Congratulations on your new job ,hope it goes well for you.
Where is the most pain? You should go to a podiatrist and see what he says.
Sadly, there is a 60 day wait for benefits to kick in. Not sure why some companies do that.
The pain is the entire foot. Heals/sides/ankles. I was lying in bed last night and both feet felt like they were on fire.
If it seems clear that the foot pain is from standing all day, I would go for the compression socks, bring a spongy mat to stand on, and get orthotic shoes when you can afford them and wear comfy shoes until then. Look online for suggestions too.
I don't stand in one spot. I operate equipment and walk around getting materials and deliver product my machines produce to a finishing area. The floor is smooth concrete. The only floor padding is directly where the equipment is. The only chance I get to sit down is during break periods and a 30 min lunch. I do have shoes on order and am shopping for compression socks.
Dr. Scholl's? They used to have a machine set up in WalMarts (maybe other stores) where your feet are scanned or whatever and it gives a more personalized suggestion.
Feet pain stinks! I know it firsthand.